CVE-2025-21299
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.05%
Last modified
CVE-2025-21299 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.20890 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.7699 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.6775 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.5371 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.5371 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.4751 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.4751 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.2894 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.7699 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.6775 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.3091 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.1369 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.2894 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-21299Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-21299?
Windows Kerberos Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2025-21299?
CVE-2025-21299 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21299?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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